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Renovated courthouse is gem for community

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I hope readers will join me in sending out a huge “thank you” to Union County Commissioner Steve
Stolte and other county officials for preserving, protecting and maintaining our courthouse.

The beautiful courthouse stands proudly as it shows off its high windows, crown molding and
beautiful paint colors. The clock tower is a gem, too.

Anyone who is in the Uptown area can hear its chimes, always on time, as they were when it first
chimed.

Lady Justice stands with great dignity looking down over our city. She ages gracefully; she is
131 years old this year.

Some people might not know, but our Union County courthouse was built in 1883. We have not
altered it too much since then.

One might ask: Why is it important, and who cares if it falls down?

Historical preservation is important to any community; without your history, you don't have a
future. It never should matter how big or how small your community or city is. If you don’t have
history, then it's like opening up a chapter book but with no story inside.

This marvelous architecture will never be built again. This is why it’s crucial we protect these
structures for our children and their children, because once it's gone it's gone.

I moved to Marysville in 1999. I've seen so many historical structures fall. But I am so
thankful the county has taken a stand to say that we are not going to follow the same path.

We are going to protect these buildings. They must not have the same sad ending.

The next time you walk or drive past the courthouse, remember that your ancestors also looked at
that same courthouse. Marysville's forefathers built it, and it is our duty to preserve their
legacy and give this beautiful building a new life.